Tribal Prosecutor Assistant Attorney General


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Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Represent the Tribe in all Tribal Court proceedings and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies as directed. • Serve as the Tribal Prosecutor/Assistant Attorney General for all tribal matters, including but not limited to: employment appeals, traffic, conservation, truancy, Indian Child Welfare, housing, election appeals, child support conflict cases as assigned, and other legal matters on behalf of the Tribe. • Prepare legal documents, including not limited to: pleadings, legal opinions, motions, and proposed orders. • Draft, review, and revise Tribal law, codes, ordinances, and legislative documents for various tribal entities or tribal enterprises as directed by the Attorney General. • Review and assist in revision of personnel manuals, as well as policies and procedures, to ensure compliance with tribal and other applicable law. • Advise and assist advisory committees. • Perform other duties, including, but not limited to contract reviews, attend meetings, assist with tribal boards and committees as assigned by the Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General, and Legal Support Specialist.

Skills & Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: • Must have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School. • Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Wisconsin, any other Bar, or must become licensed following the next available bar exam (WI Bar Admission may be required at the discretion of the Attorney General). • General knowledge of Federal Indian law with emphasis on applicable current federal and state law, P.L.280, statutes and regulations relating to Indian tribes. • Working knowledge of Federal, State and Tribal court systems. Individuals with experience in Federal Indian and Tribal law and litigation strongly preferred. • Excellent oral and written communication skills; must work effectively with other people at a variety of ages and levels, competency in various computer programs, and able to work independently to get projects completed. • Proficiency in legal research techniques, electronic and library research skills, and knowledge of legal and other resources. • Ability to work with representatives of governmental units, including other Tribes, federal government, state government and local governmental entities. • Ability to identify and analyze legal issues and present legal theories. • Independent, organized, multi-tasker whom is able to manage a significant number of matters simultaneously. LCO Tribal Government Human Resources Dept Tribal Prosecutor 2 • Professional demeanor and appearance; can demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment. • Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies. • Knowledge of and commitment to professional ethics. • Valid state driver's license and able to meet minimum insurance requirements. • Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory result of a Security Background Check, and pre-employment drug testing.

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Represent the Tribe in all Tribal Court proceedings and before quasi-judicial or administrative agencies as directed. • Serve as the Tribal Prosecutor/Assistant Attorney General for all tribal matters, including but not limited to: employment appeals, traffic, conservation, truancy, Indian Child Welfare, housing, election appeals, child support conflict cases as assigned, and other legal matters on behalf of the Tribe. • Prepare legal documents, including not limited to: pleadings, legal opinions, motions, and proposed orders. • Draft, review, and revise Tribal law, codes, ordinances, and legislative documents for various tribal entities or tribal enterprises as directed by the Attorney General. • Review and assist in revision of personnel manuals, as well as policies and procedures, to ensure compliance with tribal and other applicable law. • Advise and assist advisory committees. • Perform other duties, including, but not limited to contract reviews, attend meetings, assist with tribal boards and committees as assigned by the Attorney General, Deputy Attorney General, and Legal Support Specialist.

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